Multiple choice

The Supreme Court of India acts as a federal court when it deals with

  1. civil cases

  2. inter-state disputes

  3. appeals from lower courts

  4. election petitions
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Supreme Court of India acts as a federal court when dealing with inter-state disputes between states or between a state and the Union government. Under Article 131 of the Constitution, the Supreme Court has original jurisdiction in such disputes. This federal court function is distinct from its role as the highest appellate court for civil and criminal matters. Inter-state water disputes, boundary disputes, or conflicts over resources fall under this federal jurisdiction, making the Supreme Court the guardian of federal structure.

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